Auditor Controllers Office - Paid Internship

Salary:

$16.90 - $22.63

Hourly Location :

Riverside Job Type:

Intern Job Number:

25-13896-10

T Department:

Auditor Controller Division:

ACO General Accounting Opening Date:

05/11/2026

Closing Date:

5/25/2026 11:59

PM Pacific Max Number of Applicants:

290 For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside's Auditor Controller's Office is currently seeking a paid intern. The candidate will report to the Principal Accountant in the Accounts Payable Unit. The in-person student internship position is based in Riverside County and offers a flexible work week consisting of up to 40 hours per week, with flexibility granted around academic obligations. The selected candidate can anticipate the internship to be one year in length.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Under supervision, assists and participates in the work performed by employees of a specific profession; Through participation, receive supervised work experience in a specific professional vocation, and performs other related duties as required. The intern will be responsible for, but not limited to: Review and approve vouchers, including regular vouchers, employee reimbursements, procurement card, outstanding vouchers, and revolving fund vouchers. Assist the Accounts Payable Team with warrant distributions, wire transfers, running pay cycles, processing stops and cancels of County warrants, and reaching out to departments regarding any voucher discrepancies. Assist with month-end and year-end close job assignments. Process journal entries, assist with reconciliations as necessary, process credit card payments, work on the E-Payables expiring logs, and perform other tasks and job duties for the E-Payables program as needed. Identify and present item issues to manager/supervisor for review/resolution and assist departments and co-workers with troubleshooting voucher issues. Provide guidance regarding County policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average :

2.5 GPA required. Proof of most current unofficial/official transcript with cumulative GPA must be provided at time of application as well as a resume.

Education:

Applicants must be currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program.

Areas of Study :

Accounting, Finance, or similar.

Minimum Qualifications:

Student, or recent graduate in the Field of Accounting & Finance or a closely related field with a concentration of Accounting. 2.5 GPA or greater.

Additional Desired Candidate Qualifications:

Self-motivated Strong organizational skills Ability to multi-task between assignments with tight and competing deadlines. Organize, plan, and assist with other projects/tasks as needed. •All applicants are required to include a resume and most recent unofficial/official transcript. Document(s) must be uploaded as attachments at time of application to be considered.•

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference The County of Riverside has a Veteran's Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 or NGB-22 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for Veteran's Preference.

Policy is available here:

https://rivcocob.org/sites/g/files/aldnop311/files/2023-05/C-3%2004-04-2023_0.pdf What's Next? This recruitment is open to all applicants currently enrolled/attending school at an accredited college or university. No late applications will be permitted and changes or alterations cannot be accepted. Resumes that include job descriptions and duties copied from the job classification will not be considered. Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application. Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. General Information For more information, please contact Nathan Paul at If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627 APPLICATION

INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas. Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627. Temporary employees participate in the 401(a) Temporary and Part-Time Employees' Retirement Plan and are required to contribute 3.75% of salary to the pension plan. The County contributes a matching amount. A list of benefits for employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is available 01 What is your current GPA? Less than 2.0 2.0 to 2.499 2,5 to 2.999 3.0 to 3.499 3.5 to 3.999 4.0 or greater 02 Do you have, or are you able to arrange reliable transportation to work? Yes No 03 Are you able to supply an unofficial transcript and proof of current enrollment for each school term that you hold the internship? Yes No 04 The Immigration & Reform Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify an individual's identity and authorization to work in the U.S. as a condition of employment. As of today, are you a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Green Card Holder? Yes No 05 Select your current year in school: Freshman undergraduate Sophomore undergraduate Junior undergraduate Senior undergraduate I am not a student None of these apply Graduate Student 06 What area of study most closely matches your major or degree? Public or Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Studies, or similar Engineering or similar Sciences Information Technology, Computer Science, or similar Psychology, Sociology, or other Behavioral Science Arts or Humanities Other Degree not listed Accounting and Finance, or similar None 07 Are you available to work up to 40 hours per week? Yes No 08 "Per Government Code section 31000.11, individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth are encouraged to apply and will be given priority in the hiring process."Are you eligible to receive this hiring preference based on Government Code 31000.11?(Select "Yes" only if you belong to one of the above mentioned categories and upload supporting documentation for verification)" Yes No Required Question